1. Global Connections - pg 228-230
Mineral Resources
Global Connections - pg

2. Mineral Resources
 Introduction: Problems with distribution of mineral resources:
Locating the deposits
Estimating the volume
Very expensive to extract so only large deposits will profit

3. Locating Mineral Resources
a. analyze the topography
b. use remote detection techniques ex. Magnetic surveys, radiation readings, electromagnetic tests.
c. drill to extract core samples
d. If positive, register a claim with the government
*Only a small percent goes to last stage

4. Locating Mineral Resources:
3 Key Factors in deciding whether to mine ore deposits:
The extent and concentration
The price it will bring after processing
The cost of extracting, processing, transporting

5. Extracting Mineral Resources:
METHODS
a. Open-Pit Mines:
for minerals close to the surface
b. Underground Mines
for minerals deeper
dangerous and expensive method

6. Open-Pit Mining in California
What human risks might be associated with the Briggs mining operation, from blasting in the pit to preparing the gold bars? Explain.

7. Mineral Resources (Cont’d)

8. Mineral Resources - Production
Production – The extraction, refinement and sale of a mineral as a commodity.
Commodity - A RAW MATERIAL or primary agricultural product that can be bought and sold, such as COPPER or coffee.

9. Mineral Resources - Production
Look at the chart on page 232 – “Production of leading minerals (1994)”
Answer the given questions about Canada’s production of minerals.